Sept. 11, 2024

Event Coordinator

The Hometown Foundation Cheshire, Connecticut

Position Overview: As the Event Coordinator, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a wide range of events including but not limited to conferences, corporate meetings, charity fundraisers and social events. Responsibilities: • Assists planning and executing events from concepts to completion, including setting goals, timelines and budgets • Helps execute event concepts, themes and scheduled based on foundation needs • Coordinator even logistics such as vendor selection, catering, audio/visual setup, transportation and accommodations • Coordinating and acting as liaison with vendors, suppliers and contractors to ensure all services are delivered on time and to foundation specifications • Sourcing and contacting venues, caterers, entertainment and other necessary event services • Distributing collateral materials to event attendees and participants • Serving as primary point of contact on-site during events, overseeing set-up, execution and breakdown in partnership with Pillar Lead • Handling any challenges that may arise promptly and effectively • Manages solicitation and coordination f volunteers from internal and external stakeholders • Managing event registration in partnership with Pillar Lead to ensure a smooth attendee experience • Analyzing event success and ROI, providing reports and recommendations for future events • Ensuring thank you notes and follow up communications are sent to participants, sponsors and partners • Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing circumstances. • Perform other duties as assigned by leadership Experience: • Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field preferred.

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